Bachelor of Applied Science in Accounting

Get next-level education to advance your accounting career.

You can earn your associate degree at Everett Community College or elsewhere, then enroll in the new bachelor of applied science accounting degree program, which is taught by EvCC faculty. The next cohort starts in Fall Quarter: September 2024. 

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What is a bachelor of applied science degree?

A BAS is a bachelor's degree that provides more career-focused skills and less theoretical education than a traditional bachelor's degree. BAS programs are typically more affordable and designed for working adults.

Who is this degree for?

Anyone who wants to earn a bachelor's degree in accounting in Snohomish County. You may be earning your associate degree or already working in the accounting field. Our students can go on to become CPAs (certified public accountants), personal financial advisors, tax preparers, actuaries, auditors and credit analysts. Entry Level pay could range from $27.66 to $37.94 an hour, according to our advisory board.

What courses and degrees do I need before being admitted to the program?

One of the following is required: 

  • Associate Degree in Accounting (90 credits)
  • Business AAS-DTA (90 credits)
  • AAS General Transfer Degree (90 credits)
  • 90 equivalent credits that represent the combination of program admission required courses and other transferable college-level credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 prior to being admitted

AND the following courses must be completed before Fall Quarter:

  • Accounting 112: Federal Income Taxation I (offered winter and spring at EvCC) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • Accounting 250: Intermediate Accounting I (offered spring and summer at EvCC) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • ACCT& 201: Principles of Accounting I (offered fall, winter, spring and summer at EvCC) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • ACCT& 202: Principles of Accounting II (offered fall, winter, spring and summer at EvCC) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • ACCT& 203: Principles of Accounting III (offered fall, winter, spring and summer at EvCC) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • 5 credits of English Composition (ENGL& 101 or ENGL& 102) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • 5 credits of college-level math (MATH& 107 or higher) (minimum 2.0 GPA)
  • 10 credits of natural science, social science or humanities